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Achilles Tendon Injury Resource
I just found this site The Running World According to Dean and it’s got some very interesting information, particularly some good information on Achilles tendonitis and/or tendonosis. I’m going...
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Techniques to Help You Run Pain Free
I’ve used a few simple techniques to help a few of my clients with their running technique. These ideas have also helped me overcome a long-term bout of heel and Achilles trouble. My clients often...
View ArticleMore Achilles Tendon-itis/-osis/-opathy (or Whatever It Is)
About three weeks ago I went for a run in the snow. Part way through I felt some irritation in my left Achilles tendon. Like anyone who loves/needs to exercise, I kept running and I tried to convince...
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Achilles Tendonitis Progress
My Achilles pain was getting better and then it flared up again recently and it has stayed flared for a while. This has been an ugly aggravation as it was a serious regression. Now, I’m very happy to...
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Got Dorsiflexion?
The toes, feet and ankles get no respect. I’m not sure a lot of people walk into the gym and say, “Okay, today is foot and ankle day! Gonna work those parts hard and make ’em strong!” We throw shoes...
View ArticleAchilles Pain. Time to Take Action!
I’ve had periodic issues with my left Achilles tendon. I’ve never had trouble with my right Achilles until just lately. I felt a bit of soreness one morning and found some swelling. I knew it probably...
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Posterior Tibialis Tendinitis: The Resolution
I wrote recently about my experience with posterior tibialis tendinitis. This post continues the analysis of the problem and solutions that helped resolve the problem. Posterior tibialis actions The...
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The Left Calf Strikes Again. No Running for A While.
Damnit. Two weekends ago, I was looking forward with much enthusiasm to the 25k Under Armor race at Copper Mountain. I’d completed a strong 20-mile run the previous weekend to cap off several weeks of...
View ArticleCalf Strength Progress
A calf injury derailed this previous racing season. I’m taking steps to avoid a repeat. Primarily I’m making my calves and feet stronger, not just the muscles but the connective tissue as well. My...
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